Introit and Benediction for Easter Day by Bryan Jeffery Leech. Arranged by Benjamin Harlan. For SATB choir and trumpet (SATB). Shawnee Press. Choral. 16 pages. Shawnee Press #A8727. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.35011045).
Acting as bookends to your worship, these recognizable tunes from the early American hymn tradition will be familiar to the gathered and an easy learn for your choir. The bell-like accompaniment and the optional brass add to the joy. The new texts by master lyricist Bryan Jeffery Leech bring a new distinction to the timeless truths of Easter. Highly recommended!

Thine Is the Glory SATB by Mark Shepperd. For SATB, brass quartet or organ, optional timpani. Easter. Medium. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.50-4200).
Employing a new melody, this exciting arrangement brings new meaning and understanding to this familiar Easter text. The choir parts are not difficult and alternate with brass passages. If timpani is not available, the part may be played on the organ pedals. Parts for Brass Quartet (Trumpets I and II in B-flat and C, Trombones I and II, Horn as sub for Trombone I) and Timpani available separately: 50-4200A.

I Know That My Redeemer Lives arranged by Cynthia Dobrinski. For handbell choir (3-6 octaves), B-flat instrument, handchimes, organ. Hymntune. Easter, Hymntune, Sacred. Grade 2+. Handbell score. 8 pages. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.2432).
This versatile setting of the tune DUKE STREET by Cynthia Dobrinski features both the Easter text and the alternate text "Jesus Shall Reign" for general occasions and Christ the King Sunday. Accompaniment can be provided by organ and/or 3-6 octave handbells with opt. handchimes and B-flat trumpet. The bell setting stands alone with or without voices. The organ accompaniment is included in the choral score.

We Walk by Faith by Joseph M. Martin. For SATB choir and piano (with optional 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, timpani). Sacred Anthem: Easter, Holy Week, Lent. Octavo. Published by Exaltation Publications (LO.10-3693L).
The encounter that Jesus had with doubting Thomas following his resurrection is the inspiration for this anthem. It is a dramatic and evocative setting filled with passion and emotion. It is a stirring reminder that the Christian journey is one rooted in faith.

Jesus Is Risen Today! by Larry Shackley. For SATB choir and piano (with optional 3 trumpets). Sacred Anthem: Easter. Octavo. Published by Exaltation Publications (LO.10-3687L).
Festive and joyous, this anthem is a resounding proclamation of Christ's resurrection. With ample unison and accessible SATB writing, it is quickly learned and an ideal opener for Easter Sunday or any Sunday during Eastertide. The optional trumpet parts will add another layer of luster to this resurrection anthem.

Hail Thee, Festival Day (Christians, Lift Up Your Hearts). By Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). Arranged by Valerie W. Stephenson. For handbells (3-6 octaves) (with optional organ, trumpet, 3-5 octave handchimes, congregation). Ascension, Eastertide, General, Pentecost. Level 3. Sheet Music. Published by Chorister's Guild (LO.CGB488).
Options abound in this flexible arrangement: it stands alone for handbell choir, but also offers optional parts for organ and/or trumpet. If desired, this setting may be used to accompany the choir/congregation in singing the hymn from your hymnal of choice. The repeats within the piece are designed to accommodate congregational singing, and a provision is made for additional repeats if more stanzas are desired. The repeats may be omitted when singers are not involved. Each stanza offers a new texture before returning to the joyful refrain.

King of Heaven by Craig Courtney. For SATB choir and organ (with optional 2 trumpets, 2 trombones, horn, percussion). Sacred Anthem: Christ the King, Easter, General. Octavo. Published by Exaltation Publications (LO.10-3690L).
Anchored by the majestic hymn "Praise My Soul, the King of Heaven," this is a superb blending of new and familiar, ultimately creating an inspired concertato for worship. A versatile anthem that can be used throughout the entire church year, it is particularly suitable for festive and celebratory worship settings.

The Day of Resurrection by Michael Helman. For SATB choir and organ (with optional brass quintet, handbells 3-5, handchimes 3-5). Sacred Anthem: Easter. Octavo. Published by Laurel Press (LO.10-3662LA).
Given a new sturdy tune, this familiar Easter hymn text promises a glorious choral celebration for Easter Sunday. Easy to prepare yet stalwart in majesty, this hymn-like anthem will allow the smaller choir to sound substantially robust for this important festive service.